Dear San Cayetano Families,
Welcome to the 2022-2023 school year!
I am thrilled to welcome our students and staff back to school.
Please read my 2022-2023 Welcome Message located here: https://sancayetano.fillmoreusd.org/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=359693&type=d&pREC_ID=2349594
Krystal Sarabia-Rocha,
Principal, San Cayetano School
Dear FMS Students and Parents/Guardians:
Welcome back to our FMS learning community for the 2022-2023 school year! We hope you are looking forward to an exciting and safe new school year! Our Faculty, Staff, and Student ASB Leadership class have made plans to make this a wonderful year for you.
We know that this past year was a very difficult one for all of us, but at FMS, we will continue to model resiliency and grit while we emphasize learning at high levels as we provide your child with the academic and social-emotional support they will need in order to earn good grades, maintain excellent attendance and conduct, as they prepare for the transition to high school with a plan towards college or a career. We have very high expectations for all our students and depend on your help to continue to build our positive school culture. Arriving to school and classes on time is essential and this new school year we have slightly changed the schedule to start at 8:00am-2:40am on regular days and at conclude 2:10am on Professional Development (PD) Thursdays. Being on time and prepared to learn every day are the key elements to student success. Remember that if you bring electronics to school is at your own risk. Cell phones must be completely turned off and put away once the school day begins and during instructional time. Passing periods and Lunch are also included—Phones must be “Off and Away.”
Parents, please call the Main Office, rather than your student, if an emergency arises during the school day. Students must have their school ID’s with them at all times, ID pictures will be taken on August 24th during PE class with make-ups happening on September 30. We encourage parents to make doctors’ appointments after school, but if you must take your child out of school for an appointment, please pick him or her up before their PE class or another non-core class. We will not release students to people not listed on the emergency card. Keep your line of communication open with your child’s counselor.
The 6th Grade Orientation is on August 9th at 8:30 am—12pm. Students will participate in a welcome assembly, meet the new administration, and enjoy a school tour, and other activities in the morning from 8:30am-12:00am. Parents of 6th graders will have their grade-level meeting at 6pm.
The 7th Grade Orientation is on August 10th, at 8:30am—12pm. Students will participate in a welcome assembly, meet the new administration, enjoy a school tour (show them the changes), and other activities in the morning from 8:30am-12:00am. Parents of 7th graders will have their grade-level meeting at 6pm.
The 8th Grade Orientation is on August 10th, at 1:00pm—4pm. Students will participate in a welcome assembly, meet the new administration, enjoy a school tour (show them the changes), and other activities in the morning from 1:00pm-4:00pm. Parents of 8th graders will have their grade-level meeting at 6pm.
We will be providing schedules, PE clothes, gathering Emergency Cards, procuring all Tech needs and communicating Library procedures, and taking all students on school tours (ASB and Ms. Van Buren will be using returning ASB kids to help acclimate our 6th graders and re-acculturate our 7th & 8th to their school under new leadership.) At Orientation it is imperative that all students complete their “Bulldog Card” on that day. The following is a list of the items that would help your student have a successful Orientation:
• PE uniforms will be free of charge for the 2022-2023 school year
• Provide evidence of T-Dap Vaccine requirement (7th grade only)
• Bring all technology to ensure it is functioning
• Bring a FILLED OUT emergency card (THIS IS ABSOLUTE PRIORITY)
• Bring the Social Media/Photo Release form
• Remember we are registering online this year
The 2022-2023 school year begins on Wednesday, August 17, 2022. Be on campus by no later than 7:50am so you have plenty of time to be in your classroom ready to learn by 8:00AM. Campus Supervisors, Administration, Office Personnel, and Counselors will be readily available outdoors on the first day with a master list of all student’s schedules. There will be ASB Student Leaders on hand to help you find your rooms as well as serve as resources to you.
Parents: Drop-off and pick-up of students must be done in a calm and timely manner—each of our students’ safety depends on it. Please exhibit patience and good will when maneuvering our campus at all times. Do not drop-off or pick-up your student unless it is safe to do so. Please use caution when driving near our school and students. Please follow all posted signs and traffic regulations.
Parents are always welcome to visit our Wellness Center and Family/Parent Resource Center to get information and ask for assistance. Leave a message for our Family/Parent Center Director at (805) 524-4256 if you would like to be a volunteer or seek assistance. Any general questions, please do not hesitate to call the Main Office at (805) 524-6070.
This year’s first Coffee w/the principal is on Tuesday, September 6th at 9am in Spanish and 5pm in English—mark your calendars.
Sincerely yours,
Carlos Valdovinos
Principal
1 de agosto del 2022
Queridos estudiantes, padres y apoderados de Fillmore Middle School:
Bienvenidos a la comunidad de aprendizaje de La Escuela Intermedia de Fillmore para el año escolar de 2022-2023. Estamos muy contentos de empezar un nuevo año escolar después del año tan difícil que pasamos. Hemos hecho muchos planes de hacer un año escolar seguro y bueno para el aprendizaje de sus hijos y para proveer un año maravilloso.
Sabemos que todos hemos experimentado un año difícil, pero aquí en la escuela, continuaremos modelando resiliencia y resistencia cuando confrontemos barreras. Vamos a seguir enseñado en niveles altos a la vez que le proveemos la ayuda a los estudiantes para que obtengan buenas calificaciones, mantengan excelente asistencia y conducta mientras se preparan para la secundaria con su plan hacia universidad o una carrera. Tenemos expectativas muy altas para nuestros estudiantes en nuestra escuela y dependemos de su ayuda para seguir construyendo nuestra comunidad de aprendizaje y la cultura escolar positiva. El compromiso de llevar buena asistencia, llegar a la escuela y a clases a tiempo, y venir preparado para aprender todos los días son los elementos clave de su éxito. Este año las clases comienzan a las 8:00am y terminan a las 2:40pm excepto los jueves de desarrollo profesional- los estudiantes salen a las 2:10pm. Recuerde que la escuela, no serán responsables por artículos perdidos o robados. Los celulares no son permitidos durante las clases o tiempo de instrucción, deben de estar alzados y guardados. Los minutos entre periodos y la hora de almuerzo también son incluidos—celulares deben de estar apagados y guardados fuera de la vista.
Les pedimos a todos los padres que llamen a la oficina en vez de llamar a sus hijos ya que sus celulares tienen que estar apagados durante las horas de instrucción. Los estudiantes deben de tener su identificación de la escuela con ellos en todo momento. Las fotografías de identificación de estudiante se tomarán el 24 de agosto, tendremos otra fecha para los jóvenes que falten ese día, el 30 septiembre. Por favor programe sus citas del doctor para después de escuela si es posible. Si no lo es, asegúrese que las citas sean durante la hora de educación física o otra clase fuera de las materias principales. También no dejaremos que se lleven a los estudiantes personas que no están en la tarjeta de emergencia. Los estudiantes también tienen que comprometerse a seguir las Normas de comportamiento a diario y demostrar activamente una actitud de respeto a través de sus palabras y acciones. Asegúrese que mantenga comunicación con el consejero/a de su hijo/a frecuentemente.
La orientación de los estudiantes del 6º grado se llevará a cabo el 9 de agosto comenzando a las 8:30am-12:00pm. Alumnos participaran en su asamblea de bienvenida, conocerán al nuevo liderazgo de la escuela, participaran en excursiones de la escuela, y otras actividades. Durante esta reunión, les hablaremos de las expectativas, reglas de conducta y les daremos su lista de clase, libros, y computadoras. Los padres de los jóvenes del 6º grado tendrán su reunión a las 6pm.
La orientación de los estudiantes del 7º grado se llevará a cabo el 10 de agosto comenzando a las 8:30am-12:00pm. Alumnos participaran en su asamblea de bienvenida, conocerán al nuevo liderazgo de la escuela, participaran en excursiones de la escuela, y otras actividades. Durante esta reunión, les hablaremos de las expectativas, reglas de conducta y les daremos su lista de clase, libros, y computadoras. Los padres de los jóvenes del 7º grado tendrán su reunión a las 6pm en la escuela
La orientación de los estudiantes del 8º grado se llevará a cabo el 10 de agosto comenzando a las 1:00 pm-4:00 pm. Alumnos participaran en su asamblea de bienvenida, conocerán al nuevo liderazgo de la escuela, participaran en excursiones de la escuela, y otras actividades. Durante esta reunión, les hablaremos de las expectativas, reglas de conducta y les daremos su lista de clase, libros, y computadoras. Los padres de los jóvenes del 8º grado tendrán su reunión a las 6pm en la escuela
Proveeremos horario/lista de clases, ropa de la clase de física, colectaremos las cartas de emergencia, aseguraremos todas las necesidades de tecnología y reglas de la biblioteca sean comunicadas, y los jóvenes de la clase “ASB” (clase de liderazgo de alumnos) proveerán excursiones a todos los jóvenes pare familiarizarlos o re-familiarizarlos a la nueva cultura y clima de la escuela. En las orientaciones es primordial que su hijo/a complete la “Carta Bulldog” para confirmar que ejecutaron la meta del día. Lo siguiente es una lista indicando los que ayudaría as su hijo/a ser exitoso el día de la orientación.
• Este ano la ropa de la clase de física será proveída por la escuela sin costo a los alumnos.
• Evidencia de la vacuna “T-Dap”(solo para jóvenes del 7º grado)
• Que traigan su computadora para confirmar que tengan lo necesario para el primer día de clases.
• Que traigan su carta de emergencia llenada y firmada. (Esto es los más IMPORTANTE)
• Que traigan su carta llenada que nos permite utilizar la imagen de su hijo/a en todo lo que haremos para promoción de la escuela.
• Recuerden que este ano matriculación será por el sistema de en línea (internet).
El año escolar del 2022-2023 comienza el miércoles 17 de agosto del 2022. Los estudiantes deben de estar aquí no más tarde que las 7:50 am para que puedan ir a su primera clase que será la de “Club Academia.” Habrá personajes (seguridad, consejeros, y administración) de la escuela con información para todos jóvenes que tengan preguntas. También habrá ayudantes a enseñarles donde están sus clases.
Padres: Dejen y recojan a los estudiantes de una manera calmada, con paciencia, y sin prisa—la seguridad de cada joven depende en esta expectativa. Por favor demuestre paciencia y de el paso cuando está manejando en nuestra cancha. No deje o recoja a su joven si hay peligro alrededor. Por favor, utilice caución y mucho cuidado conduzca su automóvil en la escuela. Siga todas las leyes de la carretera.
Los padres siempre son bienvenidos a visitar nuestro Centro de Bienestar y el Centro de recursos para padres obtener ayuda en lo que se les ofrezca. Padres para obtener información y pedir ayuda, deja un mensaje para la Sra. Hurtado, nuestra Directora del Centro, en el (805) 524-6070.
Nuestra primera junta del Café con El Director, será el martes, 6 de septiembre a las 9am en español y a las 5pm en inglés—anote su calendar.
Respetosamente y atentamente,
Carlos Valdovinos
Director
Dear Fillmore High School Students and Parents/Guardians:
Welcome back to the 2022-23 school year. We are glad to have you with us and extend a special welcome to the class of 2026. We look forward to you becoming a part of our FHS family.
At FHS we want our students to become adults who possess the skills necessary to be successful in college and career. We accomplish this mission by pursuing excellence through a commitment to the four A’s: Academics, Arts, Athletics, and Activities. Involvement in a range of activities is necessary to develop the skills that are necessary for success in college and career. Students, staff, parents, and the community work together to provide excellent programs that offer opportunities for students to compete at the highest levels in academics and in co-curricular activities in ways that help each student develop to their full potential. As such, FHS is committed to preparing students to have the knowledge, skills, integrity, and character necessary to become successful and productive people.
We urge our students to take advantage of all that is available to participate in FHS life. I am confident that if our students commit to doing so, they will have a great high school experience and be as prepared as possible for what comes their way after graduation. I look forward to sharing the coming school year with everyone and helping our students achieve their goals.
For information about important upcoming dates, documents, and information about the school year, please visit https://www.smore.com/3a5g2
Go Flashes!
Keith Derrick
Principal - Fillmore High School
Sierra High School is a special place where our students are nurtured with individualized support and are held to high academic and behavioral expectations. I am honored to be the principal of a truly compassionate, dedicated, and determined school community.
Please visit https://sierrahighschool.fillmoreusd.org/apps/pages/principals_message to read my 2022-2023 Welcome Message.
Amber Henrey,
Principal of the Best Place to Be
August 2, 2022
Dear FUSD Community,
I am excited to welcome you back to the 2022-2023 school year. I hope your family had the opportunity this summer to spend quality time with loved ones and that you and your children are ready for the upcoming school year. It is going to be a great year!
The beginning of each school year is always time for reflection, preparation, and new beginnings. We will continue to focus on strengthening communication, building relationships, and working together to ensure that we have safe, welcoming, and student-focused schools.
Staff have been working all summer long to prepare for the upcoming school year and will continue to expand academic, enrichment, and social-emotional opportunities for our students, such as:
• School counselors at every school site
• Wellness Centers at Fillmore High School and Fillmore Middle School, each staffed with a full-time licensed social worker and a shared counselor
• Community Learning Hubs in Fillmore, Rancho Sespe, and Piru, staffed with a teacher, instructional assistant, and counselor
• Full-time bilingual community liaisons at all school sites
• Free online academic tutoring 24 hours a day/7 days a week
• Reading Intervention teachers at all elementary schools and Fillmore Middle School
• Additional assistant principals at Fillmore High School and Fillmore Middle School
• New STEM Electives at Fillmore Middle School
• Fieldtrips to universities and colleges to promote a college-bound culture
• After-school Bridges program until 6:00 p.m., Monday – Friday
We will also continue to prioritize school safety at all school sites. Each year, all staff receives training on safety procedures and response expectations for a variety of emergencies. Each school conducts regular emergency drills and we will continue to have school resource officers at Fillmore High School and Fillmore Middle School to build relationships and respond in the event of a school emergency. COVID safety measures for the upcoming school year can be found on the FUSD website.
Please also consider supporting our School Site Councils, English Learner Advisory Committees, Parent Booster Clubs, and other schools/classroom volunteer opportunities. Connecting with these organizations along with your student’s teachers, principals, counselors, and support personnel is critical to your child’s success in school. I am looking forward to seeing our students back on our campuses on Wednesday, August 17th. I am confident that working together, we can make this school year a safe and positive experience for our students.
Proud to be a part of FUSD.
Chrissy Schieferle, Superintendent
2 de agosto del 2022
Estimada Comunidad del Distrito Escolar Unificado de Fillmore (FUSD),
Yo estoy muy emocionada de darles la bienvenida al año escolar 2022-23.
Espero que su familia haya tenido la oportunidad de pasar tiempo de calidad con sus seres queridos este verano y que ustedes y sus hijos estén listos para el año escolar que está por comenzar. ¡Este va a ser un año maravilloso!
El comienzo de cada año escolar siempre es un momento para reflexionar, prepararse, y comenzar de nuevo. Vamos a continuar de enfocarnos en mejorar la comunicación, establecer relaciones, y trabajar juntos para asegurar que tengamos escuelas seguras, acogedoras y enfocadas en los estudiantes.
El personal escolar ha estado trabajando durante todo este verano para prepararse para este año escolar y continuarán enfocándose en crear más oportunidades académicas, de enriquecimiento, y socio-emocionales para nuestros estudiantes, tales como:
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• Consejeros escolares en cada escuela
• Centros de Bienestar en la Escuela Secundaria de Fillmore y la Escuela Intermedia de Fillmore, cada centro tiene personal con un trabajador(a) social licenciado(a) de tiempo completo y un consejero(a) compartido
• Los Centros de Aprendizaje en la Comunidad en Fillmore, Rancho Sespe, y Piru, que tienen un maestro(a), ayudante de instrucción, y consejero(a)
• Representantes Bilingües de la Comunidad en todas las escuelas de tiempo completo
• Tutoría académica gratuita en línea 24 horas al día/7 días a la semana
• Maestros de Intervención de Lectura en todas las escuelas primarias y en la Escuela Intermedia de Fillmore
• Subdirectores adicionales en la Escuela Secundaria de Fillmore y la Escuela Intermedia de Fillmore
• Nuevos Electivos STEM en la Escuela Intermedia de Fillmore
• Excursiones escolares a las universidades y colegios para promover una cultura de estudios universitarios
• Programa “Bridges” Después de la Escuela hasta las 6 p.m., de lunes a viernes
También continuaremos dándole prioridad a la seguridad escolar en todas las escuelas. Cada año, el personal escolar recibe entrenamiento sobre procedimientos de seguridad y las expectativas de cómo responder en una variedad de emergencias. Cada escuela regularmente lleva a cabo ensayos de emergencias y continuaremos teniendo policías escolares en la Escuela Secundaria de Fillmore y la Escuela Intermedia de Fillmore para establecer relaciones y responder en caso de una emergencia escolar. Las medidas de seguridad de COVID para este año escolar próximo se pueden encontrar en el sitio web de FUSD.
Por favor considere participando en nuestros Concilios Consejeros en las Escuelas, los Comités Consejeros para Aprendices de Inglés, los Clubes de Apoyo de Padres, y otras oportunidades para servir como voluntarios. El conectar con estas organizaciones junto con los maestros de sus estudiantes, directores, consejeros, y personal de apoyo es esencial para el éxito de su hijo(a) en la escuela. Espero ver a nuestros estudiantes en los terrenos escolares el miércoles, 17 de agosto. Estoy segura que podemos hacer de este año escolar de una experiencia segura y positiva para nuestros estudiantes.
Estoy orgullosa de ser parte del Distrito Escolar Unificado de Fillmore.
Respetuosamente,
Chrissy Schieferle, Superintendenta
A proud member of the Bulldog Family since the spring of 2020, Ms. Cara Hazard was immediately thrown into action as she helped navigate the difficulties of distance learning brought on by the COVID pandemic. Ms. Hazard is thrilled to be back for her second full year of in person learning, and as this years 6th grade Assistant Principal she cannot wait to meet all the incoming students who are just beginning the next step in their educational journey.
Ms. Hazard began her career in education as a para-educator with the Saugus Union School District from 2005 until 2007. From there she went on to her first teaching job in the Palmdale School District, where she gained experience at both the elementary and middle school levels. In 2015 she would spend a year teaching middle school algebra in Albuquerque, New Mexico before returning to her teaching roots in Palmdale. All told the time she spent in Palmdale would see her twice voted as teacher of the year, and she would spend 5 years as an administrative intern. All these experiences helped lead her to the amazing opportunity of Assistant Principal at Fillmore Middle School (Go Bulldogs!).
Growing up just down the road in Santa Clarita, Ms. Hazard attended Cal State Northridge. There she earned both her Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies and her Master of Arts in Educational Leadership. Always striving for more knowledge, Ms. Hazard prides herself on being a lifelong learner and an avid reader. There are few things she loves more than sitting outside on a beautiful day with a good book in hand.
Ms. Hazard loves fostering an environment where students know that they are respected and cared for, believing it is paramount to educational success. She welcomes open communication with all our Bulldog families. Ms. Hazard brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to what will undoubtedly be a strong leadership team that will benefit not only Fillmore Middle School but our surrounding community.
Hello Fillmore Unified School District Families,
This message is to inform you that the Online Re-Enrollment window for returning students will open from August 1st through August 31st. Please click on the following link to access the Re-Enrollment application: sis.fillmoreusd.org/parentconnect/
For support with this process, families have the following options:
Review the Parent Annual Update/ReEnrollment - YouTube video
Contact your child’s school
Contact our Re-Enrollment Support Center at (805) 524-8035
Visit our district office (627 Sespe Avenue) for in-person assistance August 3rd through August 5th, from 2PM-7PM.
Thank you and we look forward to assisting you with this new enrollment process.
Carlos Covarrubias, Director of Student Services
Fillmore Unified School District
Hola familias del Distrito Escolar Unificado de Fillmore,
Este mensaje es para informarle que la ventana de reinscripción en línea para estudiantes que regresan se abrirá del 1 al 31 de agosto. Haga clic en el siguiente enlace para acceder a la solicitud de reinscripción: sis.fillmoreusd.org/parentconnect/
Para apoyo con este proceso, las familias tienen las siguientes opciones:
Revise la actualización anual para padres/reinscripción: video de YouTube
Comuníquese con la escuela de su hijo
Comuníquese con nuestro Centro de apoyo para la reinscripción al (805) 524-8035
Visite nuestra oficina de distrito (627 Sespe Avenue) para recibir asistencia en persona del 3 al 5 de agosto, de 2 p. m. a 7 p. m.
Gracias y esperamos poder ayudarlo con este nuevo proceso de inscripción.
Carlos Covarrubias, Director de Servicios Estudiantiles
Distrito Escolar Unificado de Fillmore
I am honored to join the Fillmore Unified School District beginning in the 2022-23 school year. As a Ventura County native, and resident of the City of Fillmore for the past 10 years now, I am thrilled at the opportunity to now serve the very community I call home.
Prior to commencing a career in education, I proudly served in the United States Marine Corps reserves from 2003-2009. In 2006 I earned the distinguished honor of Marine of the Year for 3rd ANGLICO. That same year, I completed a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration, with an emphasis in Management, from California Lutheran University.
In February of 2007, I was called to serve in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom; an order that led to almost immediate deployment to the Middle East, where I became a combat-action veteran at the age of 23.
Upon return, I rejoined the private sector, working as a Project Manager and later, the Director of Finance & Forward Planning, for a Ventura-county based land and real estate development and engineering firm.
Selfless service, community-based stewardship, and several incredible role models, together led to the decision to pursue a career in education. By 2014 I accepted a long-term substitute teaching position focusing full-time on 7th grade mathematics. Immediately I found that serving in the classroom and empowering students to reach their highest potentials was undoubtedly the environment where I belonged.
For the 2015-16 school year, I accepted a full-time 6th grade Math & Science position at Isbell Middle School in Santa Paula. With teaching credentials in Multiple Subjects, as well as Career Technical Education (CTE) with Designated Subjects of Architecture & Engineering and Business & Finance, I have had the pleasure of teaching all four core subject areas including math, science, English language arts, and history/social studies, as well as the elective subjects including STEAM (Science Technology Engineering Art & Math). Over the course of the time spent in Santa Paula, the inclusion of girls entering the Engineering Pathway at SPHS increased more than 400%. In addition to this breakthrough, the inclusivity of students in special education that truly thrived within the STEAM programs at Isbell served as further testament of how beneficial the project-based, high-quality instruction met the needs of today’s diverse students.
Inspired to follow in my father’s footsteps, and after earning several distinguished awards including: Ventura County Pathfinder’s Award, Teacher of the Year (2019), National Engineer’s Week, and Project Lead the Way National Teacher of Year (2020), I believed it was possible to expand my support for students beyond the classroom, and ultimately sought to lead a school.
In 2020 I was accepted to the School Leadership Academy with the Rossier School of Education at the University of Southern California (USC). The exemplary 15-month program culminated in the earning of an Administrative Credential in the Spring of 2021, allowing me to lead a TK-8 school, Thurgood Marshall, within the Oxnard School District. As the only Assistant Principal, my experiences were vast and comprehensive. The skills that I obtained throughout the 2021-22 school year have undoubtedly prepared me to now serve at Fillmore Middle School; an opportunity that once again, I am thrilled and honored to partake in.
Jan-Erik Sand
Assistant Principal
Fillmore Middle School
Ms. Jeannette Ruley grew up next door in Santa Paula, CA with a love for reading and writing. At a young age, she knew she wanted to be a teacher. Ms. Ruley obtained her Bachelor of Arts in American Literature and Cultures with a minor in Chicana/o Studies, as well as her Master of Education from the University of California Los Angeles. She also has a Master of Educational Leadership from Cal Lutheran.
Ms. Ruley began her career as a Language Arts teacher almost 15 years ago. She has been a school administrator for 6 years. Ms. Ruley is known for her calm demeanor and thoughtful approach to situations. She is adept at building rapport with the school community to help students overcome hurdles and bring about high student success. Mr. Ruley strongly believes that students are more apt to behave well and focus on their academics when they know that their school is mindful of their overall needs and circumstances.
Ms. Ruley is extremely excited to work alongside the entire team at Fillmore Middle School and the surrounding community and make it a great school year for all.
Randy Garcia, an educator for 15 years, happily returns to the Fillmore Unified School District. Mr. Garcia most recently served as an Assistant Principal in Oxnard Union High School District (OUHSD) for the past 4 years. He has previously served as a middle-school Assistant Principal, Dean of Students, a middle school teacher, and elementary teacher.
Mr. Garcia began his career in education with the Fillmore Unified School District (FUSD) as a middle school teacher and spent years teaching at both Piru and Mountain Vista Elementary Schools. He also spent a handful of years serving as an assistant coach with the FHS Varsity football and JV baseball programs. In 2012, Mr. Garcia left FUSD to seek an administrative position with the Pleasant Valley School District (PVSD). After six years in PVSD, Mr. Garcia accepted a position as an Assistant Principal with OUHSD, where he served in this role at both Pacifica High School and lastly at Hueneme High School.
Mr. Garcia is a proud resident of Fillmore and product of the Fillmore Unified School District. He is married to Mary-Allyn Garcia, also an employee of FUSD. They have four children, two that are FHS Alumni, and two daughters, who are currently attending FHS.
Mr. Garcia believes in enjoying life by being of service to others. He lives by the quote, “Service to others is the rent you pay for your room here on earth." – Muhammad Ali
Raised in the small agricultural farming community of Santa Paula, CA, Carlos Valdovinos is the first-born son of two Mexican immigrant farm workers. From a young age, watching his parents perform backbreaking work in the fields to provide for him and his siblings instilled a grit and perseverance that has served him well over the course of his life and career. Growing up in an immigrant family of humble means developed a desire and ability to value everyone with respect and dignity no matter the circumstances. As a migrant education student and despite being born in this country, Mr. Valdovinos did not learn to speak English until the 3rd grade. His formative years and family background have shaped his desire to be an educator and gives him a special understanding of the experience of second language learners and those that come from poverty and disadvantage. At a young age he understood that academic success would be the road to realize his dreams and honor his parents’ sacrifice. Mr. V, as his students fondly refer to him, has dedicated his career to being of service to students in the pursuit of their dreams and aspirations through academic success.
After graduating high school, Mr. V went on to attend Ventura Community College, where he earned his associates of arts degree. He was then accepted to UCLA to complete his bachelor’s degree in Chicano Studies with a minor in Math Education. Mr. V. went on to earn two additional master’s degrees from UCLA. He earned his first master’s degrees and math teaching credential in 1999 and returned for his second master’s degree and administrative credential in 2002. Mr. V. started his career as a math teacher, a dean of discipline, and at the age of 32, Mr. V was one of the youngest assistant principals in LAUSD. His wide breadth of experience has helped honed his skills at being able to ascertain the pulse of a school and its community which helps him tailor his service and leadership. His favorite part of his job is working with youth because they keep him young at heart. He believes that there is nothing more important than being a positive influence on his students today because they will be the leaders of tomorrow.
Mr. V’s philosophy on education is simple: “improve our communities, one student at a time.” Mr. V attributes much of his success to a couple high school teachers and one UCLA professor who took an interest in him beyond the scope of their role. Their advice and influence have been invaluable, and he honors them with his service to every student he serves. He knows that not all students’ dreams require college, but what he is certain of, is that all students’ dreams do require: hard work, determination, patience, and above all, a solid plan. His goal with every student is to help them forge a plan for success in whatever is “next.” It is his hope to inspire the students of Fillmore by playing a positive role in their lives, just as many educators had a role in his. As he prepares to begin his tenure at FMS, he is extremely grateful and humbled to be able to come back "home" to serve the Fillmore community.
Keith Derrick has been an educator in the Simi Valley, San Marino, and Pasadena Unified School Districts for the past thirty years, the last fourteen years serving as principal at Royal High School, San Marino High School, and Marshall Fundamental Secondary School (serving grades 6-12).
He has been an advocate for all students having equitable access to the most challenging high school academic programs. To that end, the schools he has served over the last fourteen years have received many honors.
· Awarded the California Civic Award of Distinction in 2021
· Awarded the “Exemplary Professional Development School Award” in 2021 for being part of the California Lutheran Professional Development Schools Network
· Awarded the California Civic Award of Merit in 2019
· Awarded the California School Board Association’s Golden Bell for Civic Engagement in 2019
· Awarded the California School Board Association’s Golden Bell for Equity and Access in 2018
· Recognized as a California Gold Ribbon School for the 2017 school year:
· Awarded the California Civic Award of Distinction in 2016
· Recognized as a California Distinguished School in 2013.
Keith holds a master’s degree in curriculum and instruction and a bachelor’s degree in political science. He has been married to his wife Victoria for twenty-eight years and have two children.
Date: August 1-5, 2022
Time: 8:00 AM-11:00AM (recess and snacks will be provided)
We highly encourage each student to attend our TK/K Boot Camp. Please register for TK/K Boot Camp by clicking the registration link below:
Registro de Bootcamp para TK/K
If you have any questions, please call 805-524-6036.
Fecha: 1-5 de agosto de 2022
Hora: 8:00 AM-11:00 AM (se proporcionará recreo y bocadillos)
Recomendamos a cada estudiante que asista a nuestro Boot Camp de TK/K. Regístrese para Boot Camp clic en el enlace de registro a continuación:
Registro de Bootcamp para TK/K
Si tiene alguna pregunta, llame a la oficina 805-524-6036.
The County Committee will hold a hearing at 4:00 p.m. on June 29, 2022, to change Fillmore USD’s election process from an at-large process to a by-trustee area election process. Below is a link to the agenda packet: https://www.vcoe.org/Fiscal-and-Administrative-Services/County-Committee-on-School-District-Organization/Agendas/June-29-2022-Agenda
Fillmore Unified School District is excited to offer a series of free Summer Enrichment Classes. These week-long classes are open to students who will have just finished kindergarten through 6 grade and cover a wide range of topics including cooking, art, science, and sports.
Enrichment classes will run from 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm each day. Students who are also attending summer school prior to the start of their enrichment class may remain on campus until their class begins at 12:30 pm. Parents will need to pick up students when the class ends at 2:30 pm each day. Transportation will not be provided.
El Distrito Escolar Unificado de Fillmore se complace en ofrecer una serie de clases gratuitas de enriquecimiento de verano. Estas clases de una semana de duración están abiertas a estudiantes que acaban de terminar TK-6º grado y cubren una amplia selección de temas que incluyen cocina, arte, ciencias y deportes.
Las clases de enriquecimiento se llevarán a cabo de 12:30 pm a 2:30 pm cada día. Los estudiantes que también asisten a la escuela de verano antes del inicio de su clase de enriquecimiento pueden permanecer en el campus hasta que su clase comience a las 12:30 pm. Los padres deberán recoger a los estudiantes cuando la clase termine a las 2:30 pm cada día. No se proporcionará transporte.
When: June 15 - July 29, 2022 15 de junio al 29 de julio del 2022
Where: San Cayetano and Mountain Vista
Time: 12:30p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Register today at bit.ly/FillmoreSummerEnrichment22
